There is nothing more delicious than spreading your own homemade jam onto a hot slice of buttered toast, and nothing more satisfying than presenting someone with a jar of something you have made with your fair hand. Whether you want to do away with supermarket preservatives and try your hand at making your own products, desire to get back in touch with traditional and hearty fare or simply want to save money by having a go yourself, Make Your Own: Jams, Chutneys and Pickles is the book for you. With an easily navigable step-by-step guide through the stages of making each recipe, the book features a wide range of products that will take you back to the good old days of self-reliance and versatile cuisine. This is the perfect purchase for anyone with culinary aspirations and each preserve makes a thoughtful and elegant gift.